Application and Database Integration Specialist

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a Catholic Independent Girls’ School and is acknowledged as one of the leading schools in Australia. Our academic, cultural, sporting and pastoral programs are all integral to the holistic education of our students.

We aim to produce young women who are well educated, well-informed and able to thrive in a fast changing world; young women who have a strong personal interest in actively shaping a positive future for their community, be it local, national or global. 

The Position

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is seeking a skilled and highly collaborative Application and Database Integration Specialist to support the implementation of Schoolbox, a key platform that will enhance teaching, learning and student engagement across the School.

This 12 month full time, fixed term contract is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a significant digital transformation project while ensuring continuity of critical data and system operations.

Working closely with the Application and Database Administrator and reporting to the Director of Digital Transformation, you will play a central role in the Schoolbox project and assist in designing and delivering a secure and cohesive suite of information systems (e.g. Schoolbox, Clipboard, Synergetic, etc.). You will support data migration from our current learning management system, testing, go-live and post-implementation activities, while maintaining a high standard of data accuracy, integrity and security.

In addition to project delivery, you will contribute to the day-to-day administration of SQL databases, support application and data integrations through ETL/ELT processes and APIs and maintain cloud-based data and analytics platforms including Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. The role balances project delivery with business-as-usual support, ensuring staff have reliable and secure access to data throughout a period of change.

Further details about the role can be found in the position description available on our website.

About You

We are seeking a degree qualified, technically strong IT professional with experience in database administration and application integration, preferably within a cloud-based environment. Strong SQL skills, an understanding of data privacy, information security, and governance coupled with the ability to work collaboratively under pressure are essential. Experience in education systems and with Power BI, ETL tooling or workflow automation will be highly regarded. 

Importantly you will demonstrate integrity, discretion and a calm, methodical approach, confidently balancing project delivery with business as usual priorities. A sound understanding of compliance obligations, including child safety, privacy and ICT policies will also be required. 

Why work at Loreto Toorak?

Joining Loreto Toorak means joining a supportive, inclusive and collaborative community. Our commitment to a shared purpose which empowers and motivates students and staff to use their individual gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity is at the heart of our culture. We offer rewarding careers, professional development opportunities, excellent workspaces and facilities and access to wellbeing programs. 

If this sounds like the role for you then don’t hesitate, apply online now by clicking the ‘apply’ button. 

Applications close 9am Wednesday 3 June. Applications will be reviewed on submission and interviews may commence prior to closing date, so don't delay if the role is of interest to you!

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a child safe employer, committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and young people. All staff are expected to actively contribute to a child safe culture and uphold the School’s Child Safeguarding and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct. In accordance with the Worker Screening Act 2020 (Vic.), all applicants engaged in child-related work must hold a valid Working with Children check or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). These will be sighted, verified, and recorded as part of the recruitment process.